This article describes the secure backup-restore function for WebSphere DataPower SOA Appliances (first available in 3.8.1), including device preparation and detailed implementation steps. With DataPower secure backup-restore, you can perform a full-box backup of a DataPower device configuration, and then restore the image to a compatible device. Benefits of secure backup-restore include disaster recovery, workarounds for device problems, and copying a configuration from one device to other devices in the same environment. Backup files are encrypted, and can either be stored locally or...